On Monday, President Donald Trump called Canada a “tariff abuser” after Ontario raised electricity prices for three U.S. states. Trump said the U.S. doesn’t need energy from Canada anymore.
“Ontario has just put a 25% tax on electricity,” Trump said, claiming that Canada shouldn’t be allowed to do this. He added that the U.S. will not pay for Canada’s products anymore.
“We don’t need your cars, lumber, or energy, and soon you’ll see that,” Trump said.
These comments came after Ontario announced a higher export tax that affects around 1.5 million American customers in Minnesota, New York, and Michigan. Ontario’s Premier, Doug Ford, warned he might increase the tax or even cut off electricity if the U.S. retaliates.
“I feel bad for the American people who didn’t start this trade war; it’s all President Trump’s fault,” Ford said.
Trump has previously suggested absorbing Canada and caused confusion in trade between the two countries since he took office, according to reports.
Trump Accuses Canada of Tariff Abuse Over Electricity Price Hike
Trump calls Canada a “tariff abuser” after Ontario raises electricity prices. He claims the U.S. no longer needs Canadian energy or products amid trade tensions.
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